1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
